Ann Charles

New readers often begin with the Deadwood Mystery series, which introduces Violet Parker and sets the tone for Charles's blend of humor and mystery. This series is a good entry point to her writing style.

Ann Charles also writes under the pen name A.C. Charles for some of her works. This allows her to explore different themes or styles within her mystery writing.

Ann Charles's books are known for their quirky characters, small-town settings, and a strong sense of humor that often lightens the mystery elements. Her protagonists frequently find themselves in amusing and unexpected situations.